Elsevier Researcher Academy
Researcher Academy provides free access to countless e-learning resources designed to support researchers on every step of their research journey. Browse our extensive module catalogue to uncover a world of knowledge, and earn certificates and rewards as you progress.
1. How to write a literature review
⏱️ 60 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- What reviewers look for in a literature review?
- How to conceptualize and write a review?
- Common myths about literature reviews.
2. How to identify research gaps
⏱️ 12 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- What is research gap?
- Steps for identifying research gap.
- Tools for identifying research gap.
3. How to conduct evidence-based research
⏱️ 38 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- What is evidence-based research?
- Stepwise approach for conducting it.
- How to enhance reliability of your research?
4. How to find relevant research papers
⏱️ 15 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- How to conduct basic search?
- Save searches and set up alerts.
- How to download and export searches?
5. How to write an abstract
⏱️ 40 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- Why a good abstract is important?
- What is ideal length of abstract?
- What to include in the abstract?
6. How to secure funding
⏱️ 60 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- How to write grant application?
- What funders look for in grant applications?
- Tips for winning grants.
7. How to use Gen AI in research
⏱️ 53 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- How has Gen AI impacted research?
- How to use Scopus AI search tool?
- Future of Gen AI in research
8. Author policies on Generative AI
⏱️ 11 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- Ethical cases related to Generative AI
- Opportunities offered by Generative AI
- Risks posed by Generative AI
9. How to write a cover letter
⏱️ 8 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- Importance of a good cover letter
- How to write strong cover letter?
- What to include in the cover letter?
10. How to respond to reviewers’ comments
⏱️ 37 min video
What You’ll Learn:
- Understanding reviewers’ comments
- How to write response to each comment?
- How to increase chances of paper acceptance?
